Chipotle-Pomegranate Glazed Roasted Pork Tenderloin

Name: Chipotle-Pomegranate Glazed Roasted Pork Tenderloin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, Or As Needed To Coat The Bottom Of The Pan; 2 cloves Garlic, Smashed, Peeled And Minced; 3 whole Chipotle Peppers, Minced; 2 teaspoons Adobo Sauce From The Canned Chipotle Peppers; 2 Tablespoons Tomato Paste; 1 Tablespoon Dark Brown Sugar; 1/2 teaspoons Dried Mustard; 2 Tablespoons Un-Sulphured Molasses; 1 cup Pomegranate Juice (Like POM Wonderful); 1/2 whole Lemon, Juiced; 1 Tablespoon Bacon Fat, Or As Needed For Searing Pork; 2 whole Pork Tenderloins (about 1 To 1.5 Pounds Each)

Servings: persons

1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, Or As Needed To Coat The Bottom Of The Pan
2 cloves Garlic, Smashed, Peeled And Minced
3 whole Chipotle Peppers, Minced
2 teaspoons Adobo Sauce From The Canned Chipotle Peppers
2 Tablespoons Tomato Paste
1 Tablespoon Dark Brown Sugar
1/2 teaspoons Dried Mustard
2 Tablespoons Un-Sulphured Molasses
1 cup Pomegranate Juice (Like POM Wonderful)
1/2 whole Lemon, Juiced
1 Tablespoon Bacon Fat, Or As Needed For Searing Pork
2 whole Pork Tenderloins (about 1 To 1.5 Pounds Each)

1
Heat olive oil and garlic in a skillet on medium heat until the garlic is softened.
2
Add chopped chipotle peppers, adobo sacue, tomato paste, dark brown sugar, dried mustard, molasses and pomegranate juice into the pot with the garlic.
3
Mix together to combine all ingredients.
4
Simmer and let reduce for 1015 minutes, or until it reduces to your liking.
5
(I let mine get pretty thick, because I like a thicker sauce, but you can leave it a little runnier, especially if you would like to use it as a marinade).
6
Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice.
7
Heat some bacon fat in a large skillet over medium/ medium-high heat.
8
Pat dry and sear each side of the tenderloin.
9
Remove and place on a foil-lined baking sheet, brush with some of the glaze and roast in a preheated 425 degrees F oven for 10 minutes.
10
Remove, brush with more glaze and roast for 510 minutes more, or until an instant thermometer reads 145 degrees F to 155 degrees F. Let rest 510 minutes before slicing (the temperature will rise several degrees during the resting stage).
11
Top the tenderloin medallions with remaining glaze and serve.
12
Refrigerate any unused sauce for up to 3 weeks.

220

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, Or As Needed To Coat The Bottom Of The Pan, 2 cloves Garlic, Smashed, Peeled And Minced, 3 whole Chipotle Peppers, Minced, 2 teaspoons Adobo Sauce From The Canned Chipotle Peppers, and more.

Yes, Chipotle-Pomegranate Glazed Roasted Pork Tenderloin falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!